Excellent
#87 of 1,294 schools in KS
Top 7% in state
Based on limited data
Winfield Scott Elem
Elementary School · Fort Scott
316 W Tenth St., Fort Scott, KS 66701
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#87 of 1,294
In Fort Scott
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Fort Scott
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Winfield Scott Elem
Elementary School in Fort Scott · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Winfield Scott Elem
Winfield Scott Elem is a public elementary school in Fort Scott, KS, part of Fort Scott. Winfield Scott Elem serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Winfield Scott Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Winfield Scott Elem show 85% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- KS avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Winfield Scott Elem — Students at Winfield Scott Elem score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores KS EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 2 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
How Winfield Scott Elem Compares
See how Winfield Scott Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
316 W Tenth St., Fort Scott, KS 66701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winfield Scott Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eugene Ware Elem (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Jayhawk Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 22.1 miles away, in nearby Mound City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, West Bourbon Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Uniontown), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Scott, see our Fort Scott schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Scott | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Fort Scott Sr High Fort Scott | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| FORT SCOTT CHRISTIAN HEIGHTS Fort Scott | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Eugene Ware Elem Fort Scott | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Fort Scott Middle School Fort Scott | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER Fort Scott | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| West Bourbon Elementary Uniontown | 14.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Uniontown High School Uniontown | 14.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BRONAUGH ELEM. Bronaugh | 16.4 mi | 5.4 |
| BRONAUGH HIGH Bronaugh | 16.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Northeast Elem Arma | 19.6 mi | 5.0 |
| North East High Arma | 19.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Northeast Virtual School Arma | 19.7 mi | — |
| HUME ELEM. Hume | 19.6 mi | 6.7 |
| HUME HIGH Hume | 19.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Jayhawk Elementary Mound City | 22.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Jayhawk-Linn High Mound City | 22.0 mi | 6.2 |
| LIBERAL HIGH Liberal | 21.3 mi | 8.0 |
| LIBERAL MIDDLE Liberal | 21.3 mi | 7.9 |
| LIBERAL ELEM. Liberal | 21.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,838
Median Home Value
$107,800
Median Rent
$789/mo
Population
11,075
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apollo Elementary School Goddard, KS | 8.7 |
| Lenexa Hills Elementary Lenexa, KS | 8.7 |
| Leonard C Seal Elem Douglass, KS | 8.7 |
| Oak Park-Carpenter Elementary Overland Park, KS | 8.7 |
| Oliver Brown Elementary Manhattan, KS | 8.7 |
| Riley County Grade School Riley, KS | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winfield Scott Elem
What grades does Winfield Scott Elem serve?
Winfield Scott Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Winfield Scott Elem?
Winfield Scott Elem has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winfield Scott Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Winfield Scott Elem is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winfield Scott Elem rank in KS?
Winfield Scott Elem ranks #87 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Winfield Scott Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Winfield Scott Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Winfield Scott Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winfield Scott Elem has 85% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is Winfield Scott Elem a charter school?
No, Winfield Scott Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winfield Scott Elem a Title I school?
No, Winfield Scott Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winfield Scott Elem?
71.9% of students at Winfield Scott Elem qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Bourbon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (620) 223-0450
Resources & Links
District
Fort Scott- District Enrollment
- 1,764
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,109
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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